The cheapest and fastest trains from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$1453
Average price
$1453
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 44 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1021 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC will cost around $1453 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1453.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milwaukee, WI for Washington, DC on Sat, Nov 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct trains cover the 1021 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 44 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest trains will take 1 d 2 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €77, and a flight costs an average of €76.
Distance: 634 miles (1021 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€183 Average price | €111 Average price Cheapest | €232 Average price |
20h 48m Average total duration 20h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 25m Average total duration 24h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:00 PM Milwaukee, WI | 21h05 | 5:05 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC
Trains from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 20h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $136 (€111) but you can travel from only $94 (€76) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:05, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 634 miles (1021 km) distance in 21h 5m.
Distance 634 miles (1021 km) |
Average train duration 20h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $136 (€111) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 21h 5m |
First train 08:05 |
Last train 16:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Milwaukee, WI and Washington, DC from $94 (€76). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milwaukee, WI to Washington, DC
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from St. Paul Avenue.
- Milwaukee ChopHouse
- The Capital Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Milwaukee City Center
- Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
- The Pfister Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 2: intercity bus services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Hiawatha Service to Chicago
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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